Stunning Farmhouse With Private Gated Pool & Outstanding Sea and Beach Views

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View from roof terrace looking south east
View across the pool to the Pool House
The pool - four gentle steps into the water
The Sitting Room - 2010

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Albufeira, Faro District
  • Arrifes Beach
    8 min walk
  • Sao Rafael Beach
    13 min walk
  • Albufeira Marina
    18 min walk
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    40 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1 - The Master Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2 - the Twin Room

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 4 - the "Bread Oven" room

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5 - the Annexe

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Shower only

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Stunning Farmhouse With Private Gated Pool & Outstanding Sea and Beach Views

Casa do Grego has glorious sea views and stands alone in an unspoilt area of outstanding natural beauty. It is set back from a cliff-top with uninterrupted views down to the Sao Rafael beaches overlooking fig and olive trees and many mature mimosas and umbrella pines. The Grego is a 5 bedroom converted 160 year old farmhouse but has been sympathetically modernised to retain many of its original features including its bread oven, cisterna and water catchment area. It is a family home with a well-equipped modern kitchen, TV, WiFi, DVD player, outside terraces, barbecue and a gated heated 9x4m swimming pool with gentle graduated steps. Casa do Grego is within easy walking distance of the beaches of Sao Rafael with impressive beach cafes, the new prize-winning marina of Albufeira and many excellent restaurants. Albufeira is located in the central Algarve and is close to several golf courses, a riding school, slide and splashes and Zoomarine - well worth a visit with or without children. The farmhouse is built along traditional lines with walls nearly 1 metre thick in places, mainly stone tiles on the floors and air vents through the roof in various places. The combination of these features and the regular on-shore sea breeze mean that it is rarely too hot. There is, however, a fan in each bedroom just in case the wind drops at night - a rare occurrence.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese

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Amenities

Pool
Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please note that bookings are rarely accepted unle

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 41324/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Albufeira

Located in Albufeira, this farm stay is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Albufeira Marina and Balaia Golf Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sao Rafael Beach and Praia dos Alemães. Travelling with kids? Consider Aqualand Waterpark, or check out an event or a game at Albufeira Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Albufeira, Faro District

What's nearby

  • Sao Rafael Beach - 13 min walk
  • Albufeira Marina - 18 min walk
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 6 min drive
  • Peneco Beach - 10 min drive
  • The Strip - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 16 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Barrio - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Praia de São Rafael - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Castello di Norcia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gate 4 Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack's Irish Pub - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Farmhouse With Private Gated Pool & Outstanding Sea and Beach Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Stunning Farmhouse With Private Gated Pool & Outstanding Sea and Beach Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Farmhouse With Private Gated Pool & Outstanding Sea and Beach Views ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Farmhouse With Private Gated Pool & Outstanding Sea and Beach Views ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Farmhouse With Private Gated Pool & Outstanding Sea and Beach Views located?

This family-friendly Albufeira farm stay is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Arrifes Beach and Sao Rafael Beach. Albufeira Old Town Square is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice vacation
The property is big and therefore enough space for a big family. It is an old farmhouse outside of Albufeira, so you shouldn't expect to have anything surrounding it but the nature. You also need to make sure that you have a car to go and visit the beaches. We enjoyed it very much and had a good time with the whole family
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIAN M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour
Vacances superbes en famille ; maison très agréables, extérieur bien aménagé avec piscine sécurisée pour nos petits enfants ; bien placée pour visiter les sites pittoresques de l'Algarve et accéder aux plages. Très ensoleillé pendant notre séjour. Je conseille cette maison
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Joanne W.

Liked: Location
Bon séjour dans l'ensemble
L’emplacement est très bien situé (plages et routes), la maison est spacieuse et bien agencée, sans vis à vis. Les chambres sont de belle taille et la cuisine est très bien équipée. Pauline, la manager a toujours été disponible au moindre soucis. Il y a cependant des points faibles que nous devons mentionner ; linge de lit usé (délavé et abîmé), oreillers trop fins, serviettes de toilette rêches, trouées et sentant le renfermé. Les transats de piscines sont anciens et mériteraient d’être changés (déformés, inconfortables, odeur de moisi). Nous avons dû faire changer les parasols de piscine durant le séjour (un était cassé depuis le début et l’autre était en mauvais état). Les chaises extérieures sont de mauvaise qualité et instables.Grosses tâches et usures sur les matelas de banc extérieur. Il a été très difficile de dormir, spécifiquement pour les enfants en bas âge. Les chambres sont dotées de ventilateurs, qui eux aussi mériteraient d’être changés (bruyants, grinçants) et qui n’ont fait que brasser de l’air chaud. Il conviendrait d’équiper la maison au minimum avec des climatiseurs mobiles dans les chambres. L’eau de la piscine a été trouble durant toute la durée de notre séjour. EN CONCLUSION: La maison est agréable et sa situation géographique est parfaite mais nous avons été déçus de la qualité du matériel sur place au regard du prix du séjour. Il n'est pourtant pas cher de procéder à ces simples ajustements, c'est dommage.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerstin S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Urlaub im casa do Grego
Wir hatten einen unvergesslichen Urlaub in diesem wunderschönen alten Bauernhaus. Die ruhige Lage mit Meerblick ließ uns für 8 Tage in eine andere Welt eintauchen! Atemberaubende Strände in unmittelbarer Nähe (zwischen 2 und 10 Autominuten). Wir waren jeden Tag an einem anderen Strand und der tolle Pool ließ uns die Zeit zu Hause genießen und war erfrischend! Einziger Kritikpunkt ist der muffige Geruch der Kästen und Kommoden. Wir mussten unsere gesamten Kleider nach unserer Rückkehr zu Hause waschen, um den Geruch loszuwerden.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominique S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptionnel
Nous avons passé une excellente semaine dans cette villa très bien située dans un quartier très calme d'Albufeira avec une vue magnifique sur les falaises de Baleeira depuis la terrasse sur le toit. La maison est grande, parfaite pour notre groupe de 7 amis, très bien équipée, absolument rien ne manque. La literie est de très bonne qualité. L'extérieur est vaste, nous avons beaucoup apprécié la terrasse couverte pour les repas à l'abri du soleil et la grande piscine. Vraiment rien à redire, parfait.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruben B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Proberty
very caring treatment. ideal property for families with children, have plenty of space to live out. the house manager Pauline is very accommodating and takes care of everything if there are problems. we would love to come back.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Helga B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Heerlijk familieverblijf
Albufierra als gezinsvakantie niet aan te raden maar de Casa had een heerlijk zwembad (wel extra kosten voor verwarmd bad) en mooie strandjes in de buurt .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Georgia B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great place for a large group!
We had a fantastic time as a family at this property. It's an old-style farmhouse building - so don't expect pristine condition. But, everything was clean/tidy, and the kitchen had all you needed to cook/BBQ. The house is up a reasonably steep hill so we would recommend a car if you have people in your group that struggle to walk. Be prepared to walk longer distances to reach places (30+ mins) or drive short journeys (5mins). Very close to Albufeira marina (down the hill) and in easy reach of Albufeira old town by car/longer walk. The pool was great! Overall excellent value for money.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Filipe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
We had a wonderful time at casa do grego. The place is beatiful. Our family will come back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

June F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday with an opportunity to catch up after Covid restrictions
The property provided a lovely base for our family to get together after such a long time. The villa had everything we needed and was ideal for young children. We had all our meals outside looking at the view and enjoyed spending time in the lovely pool which was safely behind a gated access point. We would recommend Caso do Greco to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole C., Wigan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely well equipped villa, beautiful location
We stayed in this spacious villa with our children and grandchild. The annex was ideal for the couple with the baby. The kitchen is very well equipped. There are rooftop views of the beautiful local beaches which we walked to. The pool is great and the outdoor dining area is brilliant. A nice walk to the marina and lovely local seafood restaurant too. We would highly recommend this villa.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour parfait
Un très beau séjour malgré quelques petits soucis d'intendance. Un grand merci à Pauline pour sa bienveillance et sa grande réactivité à nos demandes. On en garde de très beaux souvenirs
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Heidrun D., 56751 Kollig

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa do Grego
Das Mietobjekt hatte eine hervorragende Lage und man hatte sehr viel Platz. Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

SEMEDO S., luxembourg

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bela casa, bem situada
A casa do grego esta muito bem situada com uma linda vista. Cozinha é espaçosa com 2 frigorificos. Terrassa grande, ideal para comer e tambem para as crianças brincarem. Tivemos tudo para as 2 criancas que viajavam conosco (cama de bébé e cadeirinhas). Se tiver de falar de um ponto negativo, sao as camas, em 2 quartas as camas faziam muito barulho mal agente se deitava la. E os colchoes tambem ja nao sao muitos novos. E quando esta muito calor, a casa esta muito quente, principalements os quartos virados para sul. Maa como conclusâo: passamos uma linda semana na casa do grego. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

François M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bon sejour
Très bonnes vacances dans la propriété Bien placée et très opérationnelle Des soucis de literie sur les lits une place les matelas seraient à changer Idem des problèmes de canalisation mais qui ont vite été réglés en lien avec la personne contact

10/10 Excellent

Julia V., Madrid

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nos ha encantado
Una casa preciosa
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Place to get relaxed with family or friends.
After an initial checkin problem, there was a quick property reaction and everything was solved as wished. Location perfect, Sao Raphael Beach 10 minutes walk, as well as the Marina. House in classic furniture style, has everything, big equiped kitchen (for 11 people), nice Grill at the pool, at night you can delight full stars sky view, no neighbours or annoying sounds. We didn't asked for Pool Heating and it was not neceessary because of weather in august. A nice breeze runs in the afternoons at the garden, so you feel very comfortable until night comes while having dinner.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

fred s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Localisation au top
Maison très agréable et bien située

10/10 Excellent

Ruud E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Lage, schönes altes Haus
Sehr gut
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anna P., Leipzig, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't wait to finally go there!
Ms Darvall is an incredibly friendly, helpful and attentive person. She helped us out a lot in a very unlucky insurance-situation and even had a birthday-cake organised for my grandma. We were so eager to go to Casa do Grego for my nan's birthday - until we couldn't, because Corona hit. We will try again as soon as this is all over and are looking forward to finallly meeting you and visiting your beautiful place. Thank you for all your help!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barry O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa do Grego
Charming quiet well equipped farmhouse, stunning location, easy walking distance to beach. Highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house
Very nice and very well equipped. Just need to install smoke detectors
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Uschi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Herrliches Urlaubsdomizil
wir haben unserem Urlaub im Casa do Grego sehr genossen. Wir waren dort 2 Familien mit insgesamt 9 Personen und hatten wirklich viel Raum und Platz. Diverse Strände sind in der Nähe und nur ein paar Minuten mit dem Auto entfernt. Wunderschöne Felsküsten kann man auch zu Fuß bewundern. Der Hafen ist unweit entfernt und zu Fuß erreichbar. Dort gibt es verschiedene Restaurants und auch ein kleiner Spar. Absolut empfehlenswert!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely traditional villa
Great villa in a lovely location. We loved being able to walk to the pretty local beach and to the marina as well. The villa had everything we needed and any issues were quickly dealt with by the local contact. We hope to back again!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shelagh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Holiday
I am so glad we chose to stay at Casa do Greco for our family holiday. A traditional farmhouse full of character, very well equipped and a great pool. Situated in the countryside with marvellous views. An easy walk to the beach, Marina, or Albufeira town but as the house was so lovely we were happy to spend most afternoons around the pool.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

About the host

Your host

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I, my brother and two sisters jointly own Casa do Grego which is a family home passed down by my father to his children. We have all spent many holidays there at different times of the year and most of us regard it as our 'second home'. Each of us is now married with children of our own who are growing up rather quickly and we do like to go somewhere else occasionally which frees up Casa do Grego for other families to enjoy! Over the years, various families seem to have adopted it as their second home as we have had many repeat tenants with one family staying every year for 8 years. The area around Albufeira offers so much for each age group and we believe that this is what makes Casa do Grego such an excellent holiday base for families and/or groups of friends of all ages.

Why they chose this property

Casa do Grego was bought by my father in 1963 for family use when he was appointed as chief architect in charge of the Vale do Lobo development at Quateira. Back then, there were hardly any hotels and nowhere for all of us to stay when he was working in the Algarve. When the house was first converted, there was no electricity or running water and I have vivid memories as a child of paraffin and gas lamps, a charcoal iron, a paraffin fridge and 10 minute shifts on 'bomba' duty pumping water from the cisterna up into the water tank!
We continue to thank our lucky stars that the area immediately surrounding the house has remained quiet and remarkably unspoilt and that the view down to the beach just as magical as it ever was. The beaches are fabulous and we all learnt to swim in the nearest cove and spent hours scavenging among the rock pools.

What makes this property unique

Casa do Grego is a converted farmhouse with stunning views that was originally built in the second half of C19th. It still retains several of its original features including its bread-oven, ladrilho floors, water catchment area and did have the original 'Christ o rei' hanging by the inglenook fireplace in the living room which was found buried in a wall during the 1960's conversion. Traditionally a figure of Christ the King was always buried in the foundations to bring both the house and its occupiers both luck and blessings. Sadly some well meaning person thought that it had been broken and threw it away --- grrrr!
The Algarve, and the Albufeira area in particular, is well-known as a great place to holiday with its fabulous beaches, excellent golf courses, thousands of restaurants, bars and other amusements. Casa do Grego is a marvellous base for all these attractions but provides an alternative quiet oasis for those who just like to chill out and enjoy the pleasures of their own gated pool and unpolluted air!

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English, French, Portuguese
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